Nineteenth century During the first half of the 19th century, many Germans looked forward to an unification of the German states; one issue was whether Catholic Austria would be a part. ... The eventual unification of Germany was triggered by the Franco-German War in 1870 and subsequent French defeat.
The Sugar Act reduced the rate of tax on molasses from six pence to three pence per gallon, while Grenville took measures that the duty be strictly enforced.
